Graduates from M.B.A. programs are able to pursue a number of career pathways. This skill set includes areas such as entrepreneurship, management, human resources, marketing, financial planning and analysis, accounting and economics. These basic business skills and principles can be applied across disciplines and industries and can lead to careers in government, healthcare, commerce, information technology, leadership roles in the public, private and nonprofit sectors.
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To identify what education or training is typical for careers within the business field, use the O*Net hyperlinks below and click on “Job Zone.”
Federal/Government Jobs
Government agencies and organizations are often seeking M.B.A. candidates. Click here to see a list of federal positions by major.
| Position Examples Administrative and Programs Specialists (PDF) Budget Analysts (PDF) Human Resources Specialist (PDF) Internal Revenue Officers (PDF) Program Analysts (PDF) |
Agency Examples Central Intelligence Agency Department of Defense Federal Emergency Management Agency Federal Highway Administration Internal Revenue Service Social Security Administration |
Professional Organizations
Becoming involved in professional organizations is an excellent way to look for the latest technology in your field, network, and meet potential employers.
The American Finance Association (AFA)
American Management Association (AMA)
American Marketing Association (AMA)
Association for Financial Professionals (AFP)
Business Professionals of America (BPA)
Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO)
Financial Management Association International (FMA)
Financial Managers Society (FMS)
Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA)
Institute of Management Consultants USA (IMC USA)
International Association of Project Managers (IAPM)
National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB)
Organizational Development Network (ODN)
Project Management Institute (PMI)
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE)